courgette 'Astia'

Start seeds off indoors from mid-April, or outdoors after all risk of frost has passed. Grow in soil enriched with compost or well-rotted manure, or in a growing bag, or large tub of multipurpose compost. Keep well-watered and feed every 10-14 days with a high potash liquid fertiliser once the first fruits start to swell. See Courgettes (Grow your own)

No pruning required

Propagate from seed

Fruit may be susceptible to slugs and snails

Grey moulds may affect the fruit. Courgette foliage is susceptible to powdery mildews but this cultivar has some resistance